Cristex has announced that it is now supplying AX-5605, a next-generation pre-ceramic, polymer-silica prepreg system engineered to perform in some of the most demanding thermal environments in industry. Developed for service temperatures up to 482°C, AX-5605 is designed to deliver outstanding strength, thermal resistance, and structural integrity across a range of high-performance applications.
This innovative material features a polymer-silica matrix reinforced with carbon, combining the benefits of ceramic-like thermal performance with the lightweight and mechanical advantages of advanced composites. The solution-coated process ensures thorough fibre impregnation, resulting in laminates that retain excellent mechanical properties even under prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures.
Key Performance Characteristics:
- Continuous service temperature range from -55°C to 482°C
- Exceptional fire and flammability resistance, including 482°C burn-through performance
- High strength and dimensional stability in multi-ply laminates
Targeted Applications: AX-5605 is specifically developed for components where conventional materials cannot withstand prolonged heat exposure or combustion risk, including:
- High-temperature composite laminates
- Disc brakes for motorsport
- Engine parts and components exposed to sustained high heat
- High-temperature tubing and ducting
- Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) plenums
- Any application requiring exceptional burn-through and fire resistance
Fabric Options: Cristex is offering AX-5605 in two carbon fabric formats: Carbon 205 g/m² 2/2 Twill (1270mm wide) and Carbon 373 g/m² 8H Satin (1270mm wide).
Source: cristex.co.uk
